While you can absolutely register on the day, pre-registering now means you’ll skip the queue and get straight into the fun—crafts, snacks, prizes, and a much-needed chill zone while the kids recharge.
Also—exciting news! The Tot Perks Summer cart opens on Tuesday 18 November.
If you missed out on Spring, now’s your chance. Join the waitlist to get first dibs on exclusive events, high-value giveaways, and everyday savings that actually stretch your family budget.
And since Halloween is creeping up fast (literally one week away!), I’ve rounded up even more seasonal inspiration below—spooky treats, delivery ideas, and Halloween events that’ll make the lead-up to 31 October a little more fun (and a little less about stressful last minute planning).
Joyce xx
P.S. We want to share your unique Halloween events and activities! Just submit your information to publish a free listing on our Events Calendar.
Cat and Dog Lovers Festival (Saturday 25 October – Sunday 26 October) Explore exclusive shopping, competitions, and expert advice at this dual celebration of all things feline and canine. Ascot Vale
Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan (Saturday 25 October) Watch the magic of Neverland come alive through glowing costumes, classical ballet, and modern light technology in this family-friendly show. Melbourne CBD
Birdwatching Walk at Glen Iris Wetlands (Saturday 25 October) Discover local bird species and learn to identify them on this free guided walk celebrating National Bird Week with a local bird enthusiast. Glen Iris
Robots and Coding Workshop (Saturday 25 October) Team up with your young coder to program an mBot into a self-driving car in this fun 90-minute robotics workshop. Spotswood
Duneira Bluebell Festival (Saturday 25 October – Sunday 26 October) Wander through a breathtaking sea of bluebells at historic Duneira House while enjoying live music, local wines, homemade treats, and guided garden tours. Mount Macedon
Crepe Escape at Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie (Saturday 25 October – Sunday 26 October) Treat yourself to freshly made crepes filled with sweet, fruity, or chocolatey ingredients at this ultimate indulgence weekend. Bellbrae
Cat and Dog Lovers Festival (Saturday 25 October – Sunday 26 October) Explore exclusive shopping, competitions, and expert advice at this dual celebration of all things feline and canine. Ascot Vale
Perino RIPE Festival (Sunday 26 October) Celebrate food, flavour, and community with Italian-inspired masterclasses, wood-fired pizza, live music, tastings, and lawn games at this one-day festival. Preston
Luna Dark: Carnivale of Screams (Various dates until Saturday 1 November) Melbourne’s biggest costume party returns with terrifying night sessions and youngster-friendly day sessions featuring rides, entertainment, and roving ghouls. St Kilda
Halloween Horror at Lido (Various dates until Monday 3 November) Catch skin-crawling classics, rarely screened scares, and nostalgic nightmares on the big screen at this chilling film program. Hawthorn
Emma Memma performs Saturday 1:30pm! Pre-register for our Treehouse Retreat for Squiggle Kids activities, Spin the Wheel prizes and free snacks before the show.
We’ve been featured in Real Commercial, recognised alongside MoPA and SuperPark. We’re proud to create joyful experiences for families — such as partnering with MoPA Nunawading to host our Tot Perks Spring Reader Party 🎉
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About Joyce Watts
Joyce Watts is a former intellectual property, IT and media lawyer turned serial entrepreneur.
As well as being the founder of TOT: HOT OR NOT she helps businesses with their SEO, email marketing & social media as BrightSmart.com.au; she owns an online bike store CycleStyle.com.au and develops and produces creative experiences for families via WheelieGoodFun.com. She used to publish another popular lifestyle and food blog called MEL: HOT OR NOT The decisive guide to Melbourne.
She lives in inner-city Melbourne with her husband, two children and seven bikes.
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